AWARD winning theatre group the Todmorden Hippodrome Youth Theatre (formerly known as TOYS) is now in the final few weeks of preparation for its next musical production, Calamity Jane.

The story, in true musical tradition, revolves around love and romance. The two main characters, Calamity Jane and Wild Bill Hiccock, will be played by two of the group's senior members, Vikki Smith and Steven Hooper.

Supporting cast members include stalwart performers, Joel Whitham and Jodie Haughton. The group is part of Todmorden Amateur Operatic & Dramatic Society, and has been performing shows since the late seventies. The team of musical director Helen Clarkson, director Andrew Rawlinson and choreographer Rachel Rogers, has once again been assembled to lead this production.

The show runs from today to Saturday, September 29.

Tickets are from Todmorden Tourist Information Centre on 01706 818181 or Sylvia Sutcliffe on 01706 813655.